Facts and FAQ About Down Syndrome
ShareThis Global Down Syndrome Foundation About Down Syndrome Facts and FAQ About Down Syndrome Facts and FAQ About Down Syndrome In the U.S., Down syndrome is the least funded major genetic condition by our National Institutes of Health despite being the most frequent chromosomal disorder. Because of this, and because of lack of funding from other government organizations, there is surprisingly little known definitively about the condition. The Global Down Syndrome Foundation is committed to funding medical and basic research that will provide answers to the many questions that remain. What is Down syndrome? What is the cause of Down syndrome? What is the population of people with Down syndrome? What should you know about people with Down syndrome in the U.S.? How do medical issues and care affect people with Down syndrome? How will a baby with Down syndrome affect my family? You are pregnant – What if your doctor offers a prenatal test to see if your baby has Down sy...